- An Implementation Plan has been developed which outlines the steps necessary to take us from where we are in terms of existing resources (as described in the Inventory) to where we want to go as described in the Vision and set of Goals developed with stakeholder input.
- The Implementation Plan will be comprised of action steps, key responsible parties, possible partners, needed policy changes, and potential funding for implementation.
- The Implementation Plan is organized around the Goals and Objectives
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For more information regarding the Townwide Master Plan: https://town.medfield.net/350/Townwide-Master-Planning-Committee
The following documents are available on the Town’s website for review: - Forum 1 Summary Report and Visioning Survey Results
- Medfield TV Video of Forum #1
- Summary Sheets by Element (Chapter)
- Preliminary Vision and Goals Document
- Volume II: Inventory and Assessment of Existing Conditions
- Forum 2 Summary Report & Survey Summary
LIST OF GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
Order does not in any way imply or indicate priority
GOAL 1.0 Honor Medfield’s TOWN CHARACTER
Objective 1.1. Celebrate the DOWNTOWN and work to increase its vitality.
Objective 1.2. Preserve and enhance Medfield’s HISTORIC RESOURCES
Objective 1.3. Protect, enhance, and connect existing NATURAL FEATURES and acquire additional OPEN SPACE
Objective 1.4. Guide DEVELOPMENT and REDEVELOPMENT so that is in keeping with the Town’s character.
GOAL 2.0 Make GETTING AROUND TOWN safe and pleasant
Objective 2.1. Reduce traffic congestion and make traveling by AUTOMOBILE safer.
Objective 2.2. Improve parking when/where possible.
Objective 2.3. Improve existing infrastructure and connect PEDESTRIAN and BICYCLE networks
Objective 2.4. Explore the possibilities for providing PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
GOAL 3.0 Encourage ECONOMIC ACTIVITY
Objective 3.1. Diversify the TAX BASE
Objective 3.2 Become more BUSINESS-FRIENDLY
GOAL 4.0 Provide a range of HOUSING options
Objective 4.1. Provide smaller units for older adults, younger adults and others looking for more AFFORDABLE housing
Objective 4.2. Encourage the development of alternative housing types
GOAL 5.0 Provide PUBLIC FACILITIES and SERVICES that meet the needs of all residents.
Objective 5.1. Support excellence in EDUCATION
Objective 5.2. Continue to plan, manage and maintain municipal FACILITIES
Objective 5.3. Improve municipal UTILITIES
GOAL 6.0 Support the reuse of the STATE HOSPITAL
Objective 6.1. Implement the Medfield State Hospital Master Plan
Objective 6.2. Reuse the buildings and campus to meet TOWN NEEDS
GOAL 7.0 Support HEALTH AND WELLNESS of residents
Objective 7.1. Maintain existing and provide additional opportunities for RECREATION
Objective 7.2. Promote HEALTHY LIFESTYLE choices, especially for YOUTH
Objective 7.3. Support older adults to AGE IN PLACE
Objective 7.4. Attract a more DIVERSE POPULATION to live in Town.
Objective 7.5. Expand opportunities for COMMUNITY GATHERING
GOAL 8.0 Improve GOVERNANCE and plan for FUTURE RESILIENCE
Objective 8.1. Improve TOWN GOVERNANCE
Objective 8.2. Promote measures that respect and protect the ENVIRONMENT